Skeletal System
Biology ⇒ Human Biology
Skeletal System starts at 6 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe the difference between a fibrous joint and a cartilaginous joint.
Describe the process of bone remodeling and its significance.
Describe the role of ligaments in the skeletal system.
Describe the role of the epiphyseal plate in bone growth.
Describe the structure and function of the periosteum.
Explain how bones grow in length during childhood and adolescence.
A 65-year-old patient presents with frequent bone fractures and a history of chronic kidney disease. Explain how impaired kidney function can lead to bone pathology, referencing the skeletal system's role in mineral homeostasis.
A researcher is studying the effects of weightlessness on astronauts' skeletal systems. Predict and explain the changes that may occur in bone density during prolonged space travel.
Which bone is commonly fractured in a fall on an outstretched hand?
(1) Scapula
(2) Clavicle
(3) Ulna
(4) Femur
Which of the following bones is NOT part of the lower limb?
(1) Tibia
(2) Fibula
(3) Radius
(4) Patella
Which of the following bones is part of the axial skeleton?
(1) Femur
(2) Humerus
(3) Sternum
(4) Pelvis
Which of the following is a function of yellow bone marrow?
(1) Blood cell production
(2) Fat storage
(3) Mineral storage
(4) Hormone production
Fill in the blank: The _______ is the bone of the upper arm.
Fill in the blank: The _______ is the largest bone of the foot.
Fill in the blank: The _______ is the lower jawbone.
Fill in the blank: The _______ skeleton consists of the bones of the limbs and girdles.
True or False: Cartilage is more flexible than bone.
True or False: Osteoporosis is a condition characterized by increased bone density.
True or False: Red bone marrow is the site of hematopoiesis.
True or False: The axial skeleton includes the bones of the limbs.
